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La Costa Motel

4.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade motel in Gold Coast with free breakfast

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Fishing
Front of property
Reception
Beach nearby, beach towels, snorkeling
Reception
La Costa Motel offers a beachside escape with a continental breakfast before snorkeling nearby. Relax in the garden or sun-filled terrace after exploring. Enjoy free WiFi, bicycle rentals, and attentive service praised by past guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Twin Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
127 Golden Four Drive, Bilinga, QLD, 4225

What's nearby

  • Kirra Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Coolangatta Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Currumbin Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Snapper Rocks - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Varsity Lakes Station - 13 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kirra Beach Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Love Street Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hipoke - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Haig St Cafe - ‬17 min walk

About this property

La Costa Motel

Upscale motel near Kirra Beach
Located close to Southern Cross University - Gold Coast and The Strand, La Costa Motel provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy snorkeling at this motel. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Beach towels, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1950
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

La Costa Bilinga
La Costa Motel Bilinga
La Costa Motel Bilinga, Australia - Gold Coast
La Costa Motel Motel
La Costa Motel Bilinga
La Costa Motel Motel Bilinga
Gold Coast Airport Accommodation La Costa Motel

Frequently asked questions

Is La Costa Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Costa Motel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at La Costa Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at La Costa Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is La Costa Motel located?

Located in Bilinga, this beach motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Southern Cross University - Gold Coast and Kirra Beach. Coolangatta Beach and The Strand are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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La Costa Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 861 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 861 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 861 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 861 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 861 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GRACE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well organized property management services and also tourists' information is provided in welcome folder.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations, excellent staff, clean, convenient all round a wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay , would certainly stay there again, very clean and tidy and close to Gold Coast airport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay at La Costa Motel. We stayed in Room 7. A nice selection of breakfast items were provided (including real milk!) and it was lovely meeting Ros. It didn’t detract from our experience, but note that the area is quite noisy due to it being very close to the airport (planes fly from 6am - 11pm) and because the walls between rooms are quite thin (ours were separated by an internal door). It may be worth bringing ear plugs. The property is furnished beautifully, loved the additional touches (the beach towels and basket!), the ability to use bikes for free, the gorgeous plants out front etc. Overall an excellent stay. Thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy, stylish and great service.

Was an excellent stay, have stayed there previously and was able to check in earlier than expected due to a changed flight, comfy rooms, and nice style, just screams beach shack.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the airport convenience and that it was set up for handling late nights and early mornings. The welcome pack and breakfast were great touches 😁
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great to stay in a retro Unit so well cared for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we loved the little extra things like breakfast & main meal we didn't have to go out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely unit, very clean and tidy, breakfast provided, owners went out of their way to help me which was much appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and tidy. Great location near airport. Only negative was lack of car parking if you have a car.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, cute and comfortable place. The only thing: we could hear noise from the rooms next door.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, very clean. Great breakfast provided. Very quiet considering it’s so close to the airport. Great communication for our late check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and cute property. Beer, wine, snacks provided for a small fee. Breakfast items free. Personal communication and easy access to beach and airport transportation provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fresh and fun

Wonderful overnight accommodation. So close to the beach and such lovely attention to detail. Loved the bikes and the colourful outdoor settings. Thanks Di for creating a warm and welcoming offering.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very fun, so cute and comfy cottage by the sea, just like you remember as kids. All the little things are thought of from the coffee and brekky to bike hire and beach baskets which sets it apart from everywhere else. Staff are wonderful. Thanks for having us. We will be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Service, Great Spot, Loved it!!!

LOVED our stay here!! We requested an early check-in, which was happily confirmed. Then we turned up even earlier due to personal circumstances, and even this wasn't a problem. Lovely people and such brilliant service!!! They even provide a nice little basket of goodies for breakfast and a bike each to tiki tour around on! Such a neat little place next to the beach and 5 minutes via Uber to the airport. we will be back when next in the GC!! Keep up the awesome work!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for what I needed. The only downside if I had to pick one was that there wasn’t a smart tv to stream or watch anything else on
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at La Costa couldn’t have been any better! I was so generously met at the airport before being delivered to a little piece of retro paradise on the Gold Coast. The room was fitted out beautifully with lots of thoughtful touches and the free bike rental was an absolute highlight! Fabulous location, incredible accommodation and the most delightful team. Thank you 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little hotel was amazing! The decor is quaint. It was so clean. Having amenities such as beach towels and bikes you can use for free were amazing add-ons! The day we were there the owners couldn’t open the reception desk due to a family emergency, but they were still available quickly and were able to meet all of our needs. The minibar is well stocked in the patio was a cute little place to sit and have breakfast.

6/10 Okay

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property was clean but one of two outdoor chairs broken. Fruit included with the breakfast not edible. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A real pleasure

We’ve never stayed in such a charming motel. The presentation, inside and out, was beautiful - and the standard was matched by the comfort and cleanliness of the room. The extra touches such as the free bicycle and delightful continental breakfast were a happy bonus. Our only quibble was, in our unit anyway, with the cramped en suite.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
X
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised, having expected that the description of it as a 1950s motel was simply an excuse for justifying tired and simple rooms. Diane & John clearly take pride in their motel, which shows in all the extra touches they have put in. My only complaint was that there was a lot of noise of people walking around in the room above mine, resuming at 4:30 am. No more sleep after that! The motel was only a short walk to Gold Coast Airport, and a stone’s throw from the beach, which looked lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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